Sunderland's injury list remains a relatively significant one but with late-summer signings beginning to bed into the side, Tony Mowbray's options are growing.
So what's the latest on the injury front, who could be back on Wednesday and who is likely facing a longer absence? Here we run you through all you need to know...
9. CORRY EVANS
CORRY EVANS Evans is continuing his recovery from a major ACL injury, and is thought to be highly unlikely to return to competitive football before the new year. Photo: Frank Reid
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